We could be more productive in shooting, maybe people need to arrive more in the box. But we played a fantastic team and put together a really good performance. The first half was 50/50 and set pieces made the difference.

Manchester City fans have grown accustomed to Pep Guardiola's unique post-match press conferences and he delivered an unexpected future message after defeat to Liverpool. Goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Mohamed Salah sealed a huge 2-0 victory for Arne Slot's side at the Etihad Stadium to move the Reds 11 points clear in the Premier League title race.

Pep Guardiola accepts Manchester City are not challenging Liverpool for the title this season but is convinced they can still match them on their day. After winning the Premier League for the past four years, City find themselves in an unfamiliar position outside the race for top spot this season.